Job Title: Talent Acquisition Operations Manager - Support Center & Shine

The Organization: Acelero, Inc.

Who We Are: Acelero, Inc. is a for-profit, mission-driven company that aims to improve school readiness for low-income children, by both directly operating Head Start programs and offering programmatic support to other Head Start grantees. 

Established in 2001, Acelero, Inc. is made up of two divisions - Acelero Learning and Shine Early Learning. Acelero Learning provides direct Head Start services to more than 5,000 children and families in four states (delegates) – New Jersey, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.  Acelero Learning’s programs have been identified as a national exemplar, a model to the nation for early childhood education, and most significantly, has demonstrated best-in-class child outcomes gains, even during the pandemic.

Shine Early Learning (Shine), established in 2009, was created to scale the dissemination and utilization of Acelero Learning’s proven tools and approaches through partnerships to other Head Start programs nationally.   In the past three years, Shine has further diversified its offerings through training, technical assistance, and consultation to publicly funded early childhood systems, including the launch of SPARK Learning Labs.

Our diverse employee workforce is made up of more than 1500 employees, comprising dedicated teachers, passionate family advocates, dynamic Center Directors and Coordinators, visionary senior leaders, and strategic executive leaders. Shine boasts partnerships across a wide expanse of states and territories throughout the country, ranging from Head Start grantees to comprehensive statewide systems. Together, we form a vibrant community committed to making a difference, fostering growth, and nurturing the potential in every child we serve. 

Current Landscape: At the forefront of educational innovation, Acelero Inc. is navigating a pivotal phase of strategic transformation, commenced in June 2021, with a clear vision to expand exponentially and dismantle inequities. Guided by the insights and leadership of a diverse and representative national Design Team, the company has meticulously crafted a new vision, mission, and core values, underpinned by a robust theory of change. This strategic evolution involves a deliberate restructuring of the organizational framework, positioning Acelero Inc. to achieve its objectives, and to surpass them significantly. Central to the company's ethos is an unwavering commitment to recognize and nurture every child's potential, ensuring no child is left behind due to systemic inequalities. Acelero Inc. is steadfast in its mission to empower families, fostering their ability to advocate effectively for their children and themselves. This period of transformative growth and commitment to equity presents a unique opportunity to contribute to Acelero Inc.'s journey towards shaping a more inclusive and empowering educational landscape.

The Purpose of the Role

The Talent Acquisition Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the execution of effective recruitment strategies to attract and select top talent for the organization and territories supporting Head Start operations throughout the network. S/he leads a team of Recruiters and Coordinators and empowers them to execute against functional goals by effectively managing the team’s performance, providing subject matter expertise, leadership, and guidance in all areas of Talent Acquisition. The individual will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including leaders, hiring managers, HR business partners, and external recruiting partners, to ensure a high-quality stakeholder experience. 

What You’ll Work On

Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract and select top talent that aligns with the organization's mission, values, and goals.

Work closely with leaders to understand their hiring needs and recruitment goals for all of Support Center and Shine Early learning roles. 

Manage, coach, and motivate Shine & Support Center Talent Acquisition Partners.

Conduct market research to identify the latest recruitment trends, best practices, and new sources of talent.

Improve candidate pools by identifying and fostering various sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, referrals, and other relevant sources.

Assess and manage the overall candidate experience to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.

Build and maintain relationships with external recruiting partners, including staffing agencies, job boards, and recruiting platforms.

Track and report key recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality-of-hire.

Develop and implement process improvements based on data-driven learning. 

Manage the entire recruitment process for up to ten (10)  requisitions, as needed. 

About You  (Requirements/competencies) 

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, or a related field.

Minimum of one year of experience managing a team of Recruiters

Proven track record of successful recruitment, including experience with various sourcing channels, recruitment metrics, and candidate evaluation techniques.

When/Where/How Much 

Start Date: December 2024

Location/Travel: Remote with up to 15% travel for work related meetings or functions.

Salary: $74,000 - $90,000

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.